Band 6 Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, Mixed Post

NHS Jobs; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Birthday leave

August off

CPD budget

Supervision

Job summary

NHS Jobs in London is seeking a Band 6 Specialist Speech and Language Therapist for a mixed post across SEN and mainstream schools in South East London. The role offers a varied caseload with supervision and strong team support.

You will work across educational settings, delivering therapy to children and young people with SLCN, including autism and complex needs, and collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues to promote communication development.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and provide therapy for children and young people with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) in complex and PMLD settings.
• Deliver individual and group therapy sessions and adapt interventions to students’ needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, support staff, parents and other professionals to support student progress.
• Develop and implement communication strategies, including AAC where appropriate.
• Write reports and contribute to EHCP reviews.
• Provide training and advice to school staff to create a communication-friendly environment.
• Be part of the SLT team and MDT.

Job description

Band 6 Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, Mixed Post

Band 6 Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, Mixed Post: SEN & Mainstream Schools (South East London)

Role Overview

This is an excellent opportunity for a inexperienced band 6 to work in a dynamic and supportive environment. You will work across school settings with a structured mix of clients and support: 3 days per week working in complex needs educational setting school, as part of an established SLT team 2 days per week in a mainstream school.

Key Features

• Varied caseload
• Be part of a collaborative SLT team
• Structured supervision and support from experienced SLTs
• Access to high-quality resources and team-wide CPD
• Opportunity to make a tangible difference

12 weeks paid holiday* Birthday Leave Christmas and entire month of August off* Termly CPD days plus training budget *subject to contract

Role & Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and provide therapy for children and young people with a range of speech, language, and communication needs (SLCN). This is an Autism and medical complex needs setting (PMLD secondary).
• Deliver therapy sessions on an individual and group basis, adapting interventions to suit the needs of students.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, parents, and other professionals to support student progress.
• Develop and implement communication strategies, including the use of AAC where appropriate.
• Write reports and contribute to EHCP reviews.
• Provide training and advice to school staff to help create a communication-friendly environment.
• Be part of a speech and language therapy team and MDT.

What We are Looking For

• HCPC registered Speech and Language Therapist with a degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
• Experience working in a special school setting or with children with complex communication needs.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge and experience of AAC Has a minimum of 2 years experience Is passionate about working with children and young people in diverse educational and community settings Brings energy, empathy, and curiosity to their work

Why Join Unlocking Language?

We are committed to excellence and empowerment, not only for the children and families we support, but for our team too. As part of Unlocking Language, you will be part of a warm and growing company that invests in your professional journey and celebrates your contribution.

Hours: Full-time (5 days per week) will consider part-timeSalary: £41,500 £46,500 (pro rata) per year

£38,488 - £46,852 Per annum pro rata inclusive of HCAS (inner London)